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9/29/16

Council members join acting Chief Justice Allen Sloan for the opening of the new Supreme Court facility

9/28/16

President Begaye line item vetoes funds for senior citizens, chapters, grazing officials and the Legislative and Judicial Branches in the FY 2017 budget

9/28/16

Resources and Development Committee addresses chapter service boundaries while approving LeChee Chapter's Community-Based Land Use Plan

9/28/16

Delegate Filfred provides report at the Utah Tribal Leaders Meeting

9/27/16

Law and Order Committee to pursue MOA to allow Monument Valley Fire Department to provide services to Navajo communities in Arizona

9/27/16

JOINT PRESS RELEASE - Navajo Nation Council and Hopi Tribe commit to making progress on Little Colorado River negotiations

9/23/16

Budget and Finance Committee approves sanction on Mariano Lake Chapter

9/22/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 9/22/2016 at 1:00pm

9/22/16

Request For Proposals - Health, Education and Human Services Committee Educational Systematic Governance Study

9/22/16

Law and Order Committee continues to push for Navajo police pay raises

9/22/16

Navajo Nation Council approves the reallocation of funds for fire and rescue services to Navajo communities in San Juan County, New Mexico

9/21/16

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives report from Casamero Lake Senior Citizens Advisory Council

9/21/16

JOINT PRESS RELEASE - Tribal Nations Agree - There is Historic and Unprecedented Inter-Tribal Support of a Bears Ears National Monument

9/21/16

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 9/21/2016 at 1:00pm

9/21/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 9/21/2016 at 10:00am

09/21/16

Resources and Development Committee certifies Ramah Navajo Chapter’s Community-Based Land Use Plan

9/20/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 9/22/2016 at 1:00pm

9/20/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 9/21/2016 at 10:00am

9/19/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 9/21/2016 at 1:00pm

09/16/15

Announcement and Petition for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 09/21/2016 at 1:00pm

9/16/16

Announcement memo for Special Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 09/21/2016 at 9:00am (REVISED 9/19/2016)

09/15/16

Council members offer condolences to the family of Navajo veteran Woodrow Jim Wagner Sr.

09/15/16

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee reinstates Equivalency Clause

09/14/16

Resources and Development Committee considers extension for proposed alignments for range units in Navajo Partitioned Lands

09/12/16

Law and Order Committee considers Navajo Fire and Rescue budget reallocation

09/12/16

Council approves the Navajo Nation’s 2017 Comprehensive Budget

09/07/16

Naa'bik'iyati' Committee considers supplemental funding for a new To'Nanees Dizi senior citizens center

9/02/16

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 9/02/2016 at 1:00pm

9/2/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee Meeting on 9/2/2016 at 9:00am

9/1/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee Special Meeting on 9/1/2016 at 2:00pm

9/1/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Budget Session on 9/6/2016 - 9/9/2016 at 10:00am

9/1/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 9/2/2016 at 1:00pm

8/31/16

Council members offer condolences to the family of Navajo police officer Leander Frank

8/31/16

Peterson B. Yazzie sworn in as interim delegate for the Navajo Nation Council

8/31/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 9/2/2016 at 9:00am

8/31/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 9/1/2016 at 2:00pm

8/30/16

Media Advisory: Interim delegate to be sworn-in

8/29/16

Law and Order Committee receives report on public safety issues in Alamo and Tohajiilee

8/25/16

Delegate Tso attends To'Nanees Dizi senior center dedication ceremony

8/25/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 8/25/2016 at 10:00am

8/24/16

Resources and Development Committee approves right-of-way for Nazlini Navajo Route 27

8/23/16

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives update report from Navajo Tribal Utility Authority's wireless service program

8/23/16

Law and Order Committee advocates for pay raises for Navajo Nation police officers

8/23/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 8/25/2016 at 10:00am

8/22/16

Council members show support for the new Chief of Police

8/22/16

Council thanks past leaders at Chinle Justice Center dedication ceremony

8/22/16

Voice of the people denied by President Begaye's veto of referendum

8/22/16

Delegate Crotty participates in panel discussion regarding child sexual assault, abuse and abduction

8/18/16

Budget and Finance Committee approves supplemental funding for the Dine' Bii Association for Disabled Citizens, Inc.

8/17/16

Delegate Brown promotes the preservation of the Navajo language at the Utah Native American Summit

8/16/16

Delegate Davis Filfred honors Navajo Code Talkers on behalf of Council

8/16/16

Delegate Chee among officials to hear directly from Shiprock flood victims

8/12/16

Delegate Tso commends efforts of the Former Bennett Freeze Area Field Intake Project

8/12/16

Agenda for Navajo Code Talkers Day celebration at Navajo Veterans Park in Window Rock, AZ on 8/14/2016

8/11/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee Special Meeting on 8/17/2016 at 2:00pm

8/11/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee Budget Hearings on 8/17/2016 at 8:00am

8/11/16

Delegate Tom Chee and Congressman Lujan visit families affected by flooding

8/10/16

Navajo Nation Council members commend approval of amendments to the land acquisition process

8/10/16

Speaker Bates calls on federal government to provide compensation and long-term assistance for communities affected by the Gold King Mine spill

8/10/16

Council members address Utah issues with Utah Governor

8/10/16

Navajo Nation urges Congress to fund a Navajo Code Talkers national monument in Washington, D.C.

8/9/16

Budget and Finance Committee recommends approval of referendum measure for transportation stimulus plan

8/9/16

Navajo Nation Council approves referendum to allow the Navajo people to decide chapter regionalization initiative

8/8/16

Law and Order Committee commends Navajo police academy graduates

8/8/16

Chapter regionalization referendum measure to be considered by Council

8/5/16

Arizona reinstates KidsCare health insurance program

8/5/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 8/8/2016 at 10:00am

8/4/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 8/4/2016 at 10:00am

8/3/16

Navajo Nation Council approves amendments to the land acquisition process

8/3/16

Resources and Development Committee recommends further scientific studies of hydraulic fracturing on the Navajo Nation

8/3/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 8/4/2016 at 10:00am

8/2/16

Navajo youth benefit from summer youth employment opportunities

8/1/16

Special Session to be held to consider amending the Navajo Nation Land Policy on Acquisition of Land

7/30/16

Navajo Nation Council applauds announcement of federal investigation into the shooting of Loreal Tsinigine

7/29/16

Arizona Department of Public Safety addresses seatbelt and gang violence with the Law and Order Committee

7/29/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 8/2/2016 at 1:00pm

7/28/16

Resources and Development Committee recommends approval of funds for new Tuba City senior center

7/26/16

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee approves study of effects of hydraulic fracturing on the Navajo Nation

7/26/16

Law and Order Committee supports the Northern Judicial and Public Safety Complex initiative

7/25/16

Navajo Nation Council appalled by the clearance of Winslow police officer Austin Shipley in the shooting death of Loreal Tsinigine

7/22/16

Naat'aji Nahat'a Hane' - Legislative Branch News 2016 Summer Council Session

7/22/16

Council supports youth empowerment through funding for the Office of Dine' Youth

7/22/16

Council approves supplemental funding for Phoenix Indian Center

7/22/16

Dzil Yijiin District Court funds approved by Navajo Nation Council

7/21/16

Council supports Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act program

7/21/16

Navajo Nation Council approves the Sihasin Fund Twin Arrows Travel Center Development Expenditure Plan

7/20/16

Navajo Nation Council welcomes U.S. Senator Tom Udall to the Navajo Nation

7/19/16

Delegate Alton Joe Shepherd selected as vice chair of the Arizonans for Tribal Government Gaming

7/19/16

Navajo Nation Council accepts report from Speaker Bates on the opening day of Summer Session

7/18/16

Speaker LoRenzo Bates' Report to 2016 Navajo Nation Council Summer Session on 7/16/2016

7/18/16

Legislative Branch Fiscal Year 2016 Third Quarter Report on 7/18/2016

7/18/16

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Summer Session on 7/18/2016 - 7/22/2016 at 10:00am

7/15/16

Summer Council Session to begin with annual horse and bike ride

7/15/16

Resources and Development Committee receives report on the proposed chapter budget cuts

7/15/16

Health, Education and Human Services Committee addresses issues regarding Chilchinbeto Community School accreditation

7/13/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Summer Session on 7/18/2016 - 7/22/2016 at 10:00am

7/13/16

Law and Order Committee supports the creation of a Navajo Sex Offender Notification Act unit

7/13/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati Committee meeting on 7/13/2016 at 10:00am

7/12/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati Committee meeting on 7/13/2016 at 10:00am

7/12/16

Navajo Nation Council members meet with Obama Administration to advocate for a Bears Ears National Monument

7/11/16

Resources and Development Committee approves Newcomb Chapter's community land use plan

7/8/16

Agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work session on 7/12/2016 at 2:00pm

7/8/16

Announcement of Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work session on 7/12/2016 at 2:00pm

7/7/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 7/7/2016 at 10:00am

7/6/16

Navajo Nation Council members speak in support of the Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act

7/6/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 7/7/2016 at 10:00am

6/30/16

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 6/30/2016 at 10:00am

6/30/16

Budget and Finance Committee issues directive to release funds for public safety facility

6/30/16

Law and Order Committee considers establishing a Navajo police academy

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6/29/16

Pinon community advocates for a police district to address high rates of crime

6/28/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 6/30/2016 at 10:00am

6/28/16

Health, Education and Human Services Committee applauds U.S. Supreme Court decisions pertaining to Indian Country

6/27/16

Navajo Nation supports the proposed Native American Cultural Property Protection Act of 2016

6/24/16

Law and Order Committee continues to push for hiring of Police Chief

6/23/16

Resources and Development Committee considers amending Title 26

6/23/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 6/23/2016 at 10:00am

6/22/16

Navajo Nation Branch Chiefs present proposed FY2017 budget

6/22/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 6/23/2016 at 10:00am

6/21/16

Council commends actions of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to benefit federally recognized tribes

6/20/16

Announcement and Petition for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 6/30/2016 at 10:00am

6/17/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee Work Session on 6/21/2016 at 9:00am

6/16/16

Resources and Development Committee addresses land use rights with McCracken Mesa's residents

6/15/16

Law and Order Committee directs President Begaye to hire police chief and considers police sub-stations

6/14/16

Health, Education and Human Services Committee supports the construction of a Navajo Code Talker national monument

6/13/16

Resources and Development Committee approves the Healthy Diné Community Wellness Development Project Distribution Policy

6/10/16

STATEMENT FROM SPEAKER LORENZO BATES REGARDING U.S. PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES

6/10/16

Council supports the Navajo Nation Foster Grandparent Program

6/10/16

Law and Order Committee continues efforts to increase salary for Navajo Nation police officers

6/9/16

Budget and Finance Committee opposes Arizona bill regarding the sale of flexible credit loans

6/9/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 6/9/2016 at 10:00am

6/8/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 6/9/2016 at 10:00am

6/7/16

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives report regarding housing proposal for residents in Former Bennett Freeze Area

6/7/16

Council members applaud approval of $2 million for summer youth employment and enrichment programs

6/6/16

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee seeks graduate student representative for Commission on Navajo Government Development

6/3/16

Amendments to the Navajo Land Policy on Acquisition of Land and Trust Fund considered by the Resources and Development Committee

5/31/16

Navajo Nation Council applauds the successful delivery of pipe to repair breach at Navajo Agricultural Products Industry

5/27/16

Navajo Nation Council approves $2 million for summer youth employment and enrichment programs

5/27/16

Law and Order Committee advocates for additional funding for Navajo Nation Division of Public Safety

5/27/16

Budget and Finance Committee approves waste management agreement with San Juan County, New Mexico

5/27/16

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 05/27/2016 at 10:00am

5/26/16

Resources and Development Committee receives update on home site lease amendments

5/26/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 5/26/2016 at 10:00am

5/26/16

Health, Education and Human Services Committee seeks to expedite the hiring process for Chief of Police position

5/26/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 5/27/2016 at 10:00am

05/25/15

Pinon Community School addresses gang violence to the Law and Order Committee

05/25/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 5/26/2016 at 10:00am

05/24/15

Announcement and Petition for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 05/27/2016 at 10:00am

5/20/16

Council members applaud approval of American Draft Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

5/19/16

Navajo Nation calls on President Obama to protect Bears Ears

5/19/16

Council supports the late officer Alex Yazzie's family at the 35th Annual National Peace Officers Memorial Service

5/17/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee Work Session on 5/19/2016 at 10:00am

5/17/16

Health, Education and Human Services Committee opposes hydraulic fracturing within the Navajo Nation

5/12/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 5/12/2016 at 10:00am

5/11/16

State Task Force gains benefits for the Navajo Nation through stronger partnerships with Arizona state leadership

5/11/16

2016 Arizona State Legislative Session Summary

5/10/16

Law and Order Committee receives an update on the Navajo Nation Amber Alert initiative

5/10/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 5/12/2016 at 10:00am

5/10/16

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee discusses proposed subcommittee to tackle sexual assault issues on the Navajo Nation

5/10/16

Budget and Finance Committee addresses Navajo land acquisition policies

5/5/16

STATEMENT FROM SPEAKER LORENZO BATES REGARDING MEDIA COVERAGE OF ASHLYNNE MIKE

5/5/16

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee urges Navajo programs to close out and expend external funds

5/4/16

Navajo Nation Council grieves for the loss of 11 year-old Ashlynne Mike

5/2/16

Navajo Technical University and San Juan College graduates recognized by the Navajo Nation Council

5/2/16

Law and Order Committee receives a report from the Aneth Judicial District Court

4/28/16

Navajo veteran receives new home though Council action

4/27/16

Navajo Nation Council recognizes community members and health officials at grand opening of new Kayenta Health Center facility

4/27/16

Council celebrates passage of historic $150 million bill for water, economic, and agriculture projects

4/26/16

Delegate Shepherd and Ganado community show support for local athlete

4/26/16

Media Advisory: Navajo Nation Council signing ceremony for $150 million water, economic, agriculture projects expenditure plan

4/26/16

2016 Spring Council Session - Naat'aji Nahat'a Hane' - Legislative Branch News

4/26/16

Kayenta Solar Facility receives support from Navajo Nation Council

4/22/16

Council establishes Navajo Nation Naat’áanii Day

4/22/16

Council approves the Navajo Partitioned Lands range unit boundaries and grazing districts established by the Bureau of Indian Affairs

4/22/16

Testimony from Speaker Bates to the United States Senate Committee on Indian Affairs

4/22/16

Navajo Nation Council urges President Begaye to support grant for Navajo Nation Head Start

4/21/16

Council approves the Síhasin Fund Twin Arrows police and fire station sub-station expenditure plan

4/21/16

Council approves historic five-year expenditure plan for water, economic, and agricultural projects

4/21/16

Speaker Bates to testify before the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs during hearing on “Examining EPA’s Unacceptable Response to Indian Tribes”

4/21/16

Council invites Navajo Nation Youth Council to Spring Session

4/19/16

Navajo Nation Council recognizes the top five Navajo Nation Spelling Bee winners

4/19/16

Eastern Navajo Land Commission seeks to amend land acquisition policy

4/18/16

Speaker Bates highlights water and sanitation projects, water rights, and state issues on opening day of Spring Council Session

4/18/16

Legislative Branch Second Quarterly Report - 2016 Spring Council Session

4/18/16

Speaker Bates' report to 23rd Navajo Nation Council Spring Session on 4/18/2016

4/18/16

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Spring Session on 4/18/2016 - 4/22/2016 at 10:00am

4/18/16

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee seeks meeting with President Russell Begaye regarding Gallup Detox Center

4/15/16

Schedule for Spring Council Session

4/15/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Spring Session on 4/18/2016 - 4/22/2016 at 10:00am

4/14/16

Resources and Development Committee supports supplemental funding to complete Shonto convenience store

4/12/16

Tuba City Judicial District provides update report to the Law and Order Committee

4/12/16

Delegate Crotty participates in Youth Leadership Retreat

4/12/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 4/13/2016 at 4:00pm and 04/14/2016 at 9:00am

4/11/16

Announcement memo for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 4/13/2016 at 4:00pm and 04/14/2016 at 9:00am

4/11/16

Navajo Nation looks to implement FirstNet network to help first responders and Navajo communities

4/08/16

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee raises concerns over proposed “Navajo Nation Presidents Day”

4/07/16

Delegate Crotty promotes the Food Sovereignty Initiative at the “2016 Just Food? Forum on Land Use, Rights, and Ecology” at Harvard University

4/07/16

Budget and Finance Committee applauds chapters for meeting Corrective Action Plan requirements

4/07/16

State Task Force to move forward on addressing Utah education concerns

4/07/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 4/07/2016 at 10:00am

4/06/16

Resources and Development Committee approves $2.1 million Navajo Nation Road Funding Plan

4/6/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 4/07/2016 at 10:00am

4/01/16

Law and Order Committee and Health, Education, and Human Services Committee discuss the vacancy of a Chief of Police

3/31/16

Council awaiting investigation of Navajo woman killed by Winslow police

3/29/16

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee discuss funding and future of Na’nizhoozhi Center, Inc.

3/29/16

Resources and Development Committee approves the Sacred East Bottled Water Company’s economic development plan

3/24/16

Legislative Branch clarifies Navajo Election Code provisions

3/24/16

Resources and Development Committee receives report regarding Intergovernmental Compact between the Navajo Nation and Hopi Tribe

3/24/16

Council approves $1.7 million for the Tsidi To ii Chapter powerline extension project

3/23/16

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee receives report regarding tribal correctional health care

3/23/16

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 03/23/2016 at 10:00am

3/22/16

Law and Order Committee approves Intergovernmental Agreement between the Navajo Nation and city of Page

3/18/16

Special Session to be held to address several legislation

3/18/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 3/23/2016 at 10:00am

3/17/16

Budget and Finance Committee receives recommendations from the Auditor General to sanction Bahastl'a'a' Chapter and Naa'tsis'Aa'n Chapter

3/15/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council - Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work session on 3/17/2016 at 10:00am

3/15/16

Law and Order Committee receives report from Navajo Division of Public Safety regarding initiatives of public safety

3/15/16

Iyanbito community receives equipment to improve and maintain roads

3/11/16

Council members tour Many Farms irrigation systems and farm areas

3/11/16

Delegate Begay urges BIE to aid the Navajo Nation to renovate and construct teacher and staff housing

3/10/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 3/10/2016 at 10:00am

03/09/15

Navajo Nation concerned over Hopi settlement agreement with the City of Flagstaff

03/08/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 03/10/2016 at 10:00am

03/07/15

Announcement and Petition for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 03/23/2016 at 10:00am

3/2/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 3/2/2016 at 10:00am (REVISED 3/2/2016)

3/1/16

Council members meet with key officials on education, repatriation of sacred items, and amending the Navajo-Hopi Land Settlement Act

2/29/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 3/02/2016 at 10:00am

2/29/16

Council moves forward with efforts to complete the Navajo Indian Irrigation Project

2/29/16

State Task Force applauds approval of $1.1 million for new Department of Economic Security facility in Chinle

2/26/16

Navajo Nation Council moves to aquire additional funds to supplement $180 million water and sanitation system projects

2/24/16

Announcement memo for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 3/2/2016 at 10:00am

2/22/16

Law and Order Committee seeks applicants for the Judicial Conduct Commission

2/22/16

Budget and Finance Committee addresses chapter audit issues

2/19/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 2/19/2016 at 1:00pm

2/18/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 2/19/2016 at 1:00pm

2/17/16

Navajo Nation successfully advocates for the use of a "Certificate of Indian Blood" to establish identification at state level

2/16/16

Navajo Nation Council continues to advocate for funding through New Mexico legislative bills

2/16/16

Council members commend approval of Navajo Nation Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act amendments and Supreme Court funding

2/13/16

Announcement of Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 2/19/2016 at 1:00pm

2/12/16

Council commends fallen Navajo Firefighter, Ramsey James

2/12/16

Naabik'iyati' Committee recommends approval of $1.6 million for renovation of homes in the Former Bennett Freeze Area

2/12/16

Navajo Nation issues support for Arizona Proposition 123 to provide funds for Navajo schools

2/12/16

Council leadership garners support for Utah Navajo initiatives

2/11/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 2/11/2016 at 10:00am (REVISED 2/11/2016)

2/9/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 2/11/2016 at 10:00am

2/9/16

Meeting with Governor Martinez focuses on Capital Outlay funding for Navajo communities

2/8/16

Council mourns the loss of former delegate Harry D. Brown, Sr.

2/2/16

Speaker Bates appoints Pete Ken Atcitty as Acting Chief of Staff

2/1/16

Naat'aji' Nahat'a Hane' - Legislative Branch News - 2016 Winter Council Session

1/29/16

Navajo Nation Council unanimously approves Nation's largest spending package for water and sanitation projects

1/27/16

Navajo Nation Council approves use of funds for chapters, water line projects, and economic development projects

1/27/16

Navajo Nation Council approves the Utah Navajo Water Rights Agreement

1/27/16

Navajo Nation Council approves funds to address dilapidated Judicial facilities

1/27/16

Council unanimously approves Navajo Veterans Act

1/26/16

Speaker Bates calls for increased communication between the Nation's three branches of government to move Nation forward

1/25/16

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Winter Session on 1/25/2016 - 1/29/2016 at 10:00am

1/25/16

Speaker Bates' report to 23rd Navajo Nation Council Winter Session on 1/25/2016

1/25/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 1/25/2016 at 7:00am

1/24/2016

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee EXECUTIVE SESSION on 1/25/2016

1/22/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 1/25/2016 at 7:00am

1/22/16

Navajo Nation Council to convene for the Winter Council Session

1/22/16

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Winter Session on 1/25/2016 - 1/29/2016 at 10:00am

1/22/16

Announcement of Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 1/25/2016 at 7:00am

1/21/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 1/21/2016 at 10:00am

1/21/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work session on 1/22/2016 at 10:00am

1/21/16

Full version of Proposed Utah Navajo Water Rights Settlement Agreement

1/20/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 1/21/2016 at 10:00am

1/19/16

Budget and Finance Committee begin addressing potential budget shortfalls based on revenue projections report

1/14/16

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 1/14/2016 at 10:00am

1/14/16

Initial expenditure plan for settlement funds focuses on water projects for Navajo communities

1/13/16

Council members express support for initiative to help homeless Navajo people

1/13/16

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 1/14/2016 at 10:00am

1/12/16

Resources and Development Committee approves Navajo Nation business license regulations

1/05/16

Council confirms directors of Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency and Division of Transportation

1/04/16

Budget and Finance Committee receives report regarding the Gaming Net Revenues Distribution Fund

12/30/15

Presidential override fails to garner enough support from Council

12/29/15

Special session called to consider override of presidential veto

12/29/15

Thoreau Chapter distributes toys to local youth

12/28/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 12/30/2015 at 10:00am

12/23/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee approves FY2016 tribal consultation issue papers

12/23/15

Navajo Nation's 110 Chapters encouraged to utilize funds in preparation for possible emergencies

12/22/15

Announcement and Petition for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 12/30/2015 at 10:00am

12/22/15

Law and Order Committee recommends approval of funds to assist in completion of facilities for the Judicial Branch

12/21/15

Holiday treats delivered to Navajo senior centers

12/21/15

Delegate Brown continues to advocate for suicide awareness through the Building Communities of Hope tour

12/18/15

Delegates remain open to compromise over line-item veto authority despite President Begaye's failure to meet with Naa'bik'iyati' Committee

12/17/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 12/17/2015 at 10:00am

12/17/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives report regarding medical transport companies on the Navajo Nation

12/17/15

President Begaye attempts to redefine the voice of the people through the line-item veto authority

12/15/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 12/17/2015 at 10:00am

12/14/15

Law and Order Committee recommends permanent appointment of Leonard R. Livingston as District Court judge

12/10/15

Council members address the impacts of the Indian Child Welfare Act on the Navajo Nation

12/10/15

Council identifies action plan to address Former Bennett Freeze Area, budget formulations and other issues

12/10/15

Speaker Bates and Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission issue statement regarding guilty verdict in the killing of Navajo homeless men

12/08/15

Navajo Nation supports Congressional bills reaffirming the authority of the secretary of the Interior to place lands into trust

12/07/15

Council members offer condolences to the family of former Delegate Leonard Haskie

12/07/15

Naa'bik'iyati' Committee unanimously supports the completion of Navajo Indian Irrigation Project for Navajo Agricultural Products Industry

12/02/15

Speaker Bates meets with Governor Ducey and Arizona tribal leaders at Tribal Summit

12/01/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 12/03/2015 at 2:00pm Meeting location is at Twin Arrows Resort and Casino, Twin Arrows, AZ

12/01/15

Navajo Nation’s Three Branches move forward with BIA and IHS budgets

11/30/15

Council donates turkeys to senior centers across the Navajo Nation

11/25/15

Naatsis’áán community celebrates Navajo Route 16 opening

11/25/15

Announcement memo for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee Gold King Mine Work Session on 12/07/2015

11/24/15

Delegates urge federal officials to fund the completion of Navajo Indian Irrigation Project for Navajo Agricultural Products Industry

11/24/15

Speaker Bates advocates for Navajo issues at Congressional level

11/19/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work session on 11/25/2015 at 10:00am

11/18/15

Delegates discuss federal Indian policy!with Columbia University law students

11/17/15

Navajo Nation officials applaud finalization of historic bond financing deal

11/12/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 11/12/2015 at 10:00am

11/11/15

Speaker Bates issues Veterans Day message on behalf of the Navajo Nation Council

11/10/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives update report regarding Navajo Veterans housing

11/09/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 11/12/2015 at 10:00am (REVISED 11/12/2015)

11/09/15

Teesto community celebrates approval of funding for new chapter facility

11/05/15

Budget and Finance Committee begins addressing Council’s directive regarding insurance coverage of Navajo Nation chapter facilities

11/05/15

Care packages to be sent to deployed Navajo men and women serving in the Armed Forces

11/04/15

Naat'aji Nahat'a Hane' - Legislative Branch News - 2015 Fall Council Session

11/04/15

Council members attend signing ceremony for educational funding bills that may benefit Navajo students

11/03/15

Delegates applaud the signing of three Council resolutions passed during Fall Session

10/28/15

Council members address misinformation regarding Bears Ears initiative

10/23/15

Council approves supplemental funding for special education program

10/19/15

Navajo Nation Legislative Branch Fiscal Year 2015 4th Quarter Report

10/19/15

Speaker Bates' report to the 2015 Navajo Nation Council Fall Session

10/19/15

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Fall Session on 10/19/2015 - 10/23/2015 at 10:00am

10/15/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Fall Session on 10/19/2015 - 10/23/2015 at 10:00am

10/14/2015

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 10/14/2015 at 10:00am

10/13/2015

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives report from Western New Mexico University

10/13/2015

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 10/14/2015 at 10:00am

10/12/2015

Naa'bik'iyati' Committee unanimously approves legislation to support methamphetamine, suicide and domestic violence prevention initiatives

10/09/2015

Budget and Finance Committee receives report from Eastern Navajo Land Board regarding FY2016 budget

10/06/15

10/08/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 10/08/2015 at 10:00am

10/08/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work session on 10/09/2015 at 10:00am

10/07/15

Navajo Nation Council ratifies restated federal charter of incorporation for Navajo Nation Oil and Gas Company

10/06/15

Council members meet with U.S. Senators regarding agricultural and environmental concerns

10/06/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 10/08/2015 at 10:00am

10/05/15

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 10/05/2015 at 10:00am

09/30/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 10/05/2015 at 10:00am

09/30/15

Navajo Nation Council members participate in U.S. Marine Corps event to honor Navajo Code Talkers

09/25/15

Council members emphasize the need to take action to develop the Former Bennett Freeze Area

09/23/15

Navajo Nation Council seeks to help youth and veterans with the approval of the Fiscal Year 2016 Comprehensive Budget

09/22/15

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 9/22/2015 at 1:00pm

09/22/15

Navajo leadership to meet with Former Bennett Freeze Area residents

09/21/15

Morning Star Leadership Youth Council receives visit from Speaker Bates

09/17/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receivess report regarding suicide prevention efforts from Utah Navajo Health System

09/17/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 9/22/2015 at 1:00pm

09/16/15

Special Session to be held to consider the Navajo Nation's Fiscal Year 2016 Comprehensive Budget

09/14/15

Navajo-Hopi Land Commission members emphasize Former Bennett Freeze Area housing needs in meeting with federal officials

09/14/15

Council members promote youth and veterans with federal housing officials

09/09/15

Navajo Nation Council proudly sponsors Senior Appreciation Day at the 69th Annual Navajo Nation Fair

09/09/15

Navajo-Hopi Land Commission announces next steps for Paragon-Bisti Solar Ranch

09/08/15

Resources and Development Committee directs Navajo Nation officials to reopen irrigation systems

09/08/15

Council members receive report regarding suicides among Navajo youth

09/08/15

Feasibility Study for Paragon-Bisti Solar Ranch

09/04/15

Navajo Nation Council members celebrate closure of local liquor businesses with Nahata Dziil community

09/02/15

Navajo Nation leaders discuss water contamination issues with U.S. Senator Tom Udall

09/02/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Budget Session on 9/8/2015 - 9/10/2015 at 10:00am

09/02/15

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 9/2/2015 at 10:00am

09/01/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 9/3/2015 at 10:00am

09/01/15

Special Session to be held to address pending legislations

08/31/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 9/2/2015 at 10:00am

08/28/15

Naa'bik'iyati' Committee adopts plan of operation for the Dine' Uranium Remediation Advisory Commission

08/26/15

District 13 communities anticipate the release of irrigation water

08/26/15

District 13 Council resolution

08/26/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 8/27/2015 at 10:00am

08/24/15

Announcement memo for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meeting on 8/27/2015 and special meeting on 9/1/2015

08/21/15

Naa'bik'iyati' Committee urges Congress to reopen and maintain all services at Crownpoint Medical Center

08/20/15

Budget and Finance Committee approves supplemental funding for renovation of Teec Nos Pos Chapter

08/17/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 8/17/2015 at 1:00pm

08/17/15

Officials identify water resource locations for Navajo communities impacted by water contamination

08/17/15

Navajo Nation Council meets with Arizona’s top leadership

08/17/15

Navajo Nation Council honors Navajo Code Talkers

08/13/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 8/17/2015 at 1:00pm

08/13/15

St. Mary's Food Bank to donate water to affected contaminated areas

08/13/15

Speaker Bates meets with top federal EPA official to discuss water contamination

08/13/15

Statement from Speaker LoRenzo Bates regarding EPA claim form

08/13/15

Summary of U.S. EPA Surface Water Sampling of Select Metals

08/12/15

NTUA Public Service Announcement - Audio Version

08/11/15

Council calls for accountability at federal level for water contamination

08/10/15

NTUA hauling water to impacted area

08/10/15

Officials provide update on water contamination in San Juan County

08/10/15

Delegates Yazzie applauds approval of Navajo Nation Alcohol Tax

08/7/15

Statement from Speaker LoRenzo Bates regarding water contamination

08/6/15

Delegates Shepherd and Brown present funding to Kayenta community

07/31/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee urges congressional leaders to reopen all services at Crownpoint Health Care Facility

07/31/15

Joint letter signed by Navajo Nation President Russell Begaye and Speaker LoRenzo Bates delivered to Utah Governor Herbert on 7/30/2015

07/31/15

Navajo Nation presents united voice at Utah Native American Summit

07/28/15

Budget and Finance Committee receives report regarding the financial status of the Navajo Nation Hospitality Enterprise

07/27/15

Delegates urge President Begaye to approve $3 million for Navajo youth

07/27/15

Naat'aji Nahat'a Hane' - Legislative Branch News Summer 2015

07/24/15

Vote tallies for 2015 Navajo Nation Council Summer Session

07/24/15

Navajo Nation Council confirms appointments for key positions

07/23/15

Navajo Nation Council approves Alcohol Tax

07/22/15

Unofficial referendum election results for 7/21/2015

07/22/15

Navajo youth participate in bike ride to promote drug and suicide prevention

07/22/15

Navajo Nation Council pays tribute to late Navajo Code Talker Kee Etsicitty

07/20/15

One Nation, One Voice signed agreement

07/20/15

Speaker Bates' report to the Navajo Nation Council Summer Session on 7/20/2015

07/20/15

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Summer Session on 7/20/2015 - 7/24/2015 at 10:00am

07/20/15

Navajo Nation leaders sign historic "One Nation, One Voice" agreement

07/20/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 7/20/2015 at 7:00am

07/20/15

Speaker Bates urges Obama Administration to support the Bears Ears National Conservation Area/National Monument proposal

07/17/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 7/20/2015 at 7:00am

07/17/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Summer Session on 7/20/2015 - 7/24/2015 at 10:00am

07/16/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 7/16/2015 at 10:00am

07/16/15

Herman Daniels, Jr. becomes member of the 23rd Navajo Nation Council

07/16/15

State Task Force members meet with Arizona Governor in first ever Tribal Leadership Roundtable

07/15/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 7/16/2015 at 10:00am (REVISED 7/15/2015)

07/14/15

Delegate Crotty helps Navajo students attend the 2015 White House Tribal Youth Gathering

07/14/15

Council members discuss economic development with federal officials

07/10/15

Council Delegates advocate for federal funding for the completion of Navajo Indian Irrigation Project

07/7/15

Health, Education, and Human Services Committee supports U.S. Senate bill “The Every Child Achieves Act of 2015”

07/7/15

Law and Order Committee receives report from the Navajo Nation Division of Public Safety

07/6/15

Speaker Bates honors Navajo Code Talkers at 4th of July Celebration

07/2/15

Herman Daniels, Jr. elected to fill vacant seat on Council

07/1/15

Announcement of Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meetings on 7/16/2015 at 10:00am

07/01/15

Navajo Nation leaders reach unprecedented agreement on priorities

07/01/15

Navajo Nation Council approves refinancing of Nation's loan

06/29/15

Navajo Nation Council special session on 6/30/2015 to be live-streamed

06/26/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee approves funding for the St. Michaels Association for Special Education, Inc.

06/26/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 6/30/2015 at 10:00am

06/26/15

Budget and Finance Committee supports changes to the Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax law

06/25/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 6/25/2015 at 10:00am

06/25/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 6/25/2015 at 10:00am (REVISED 6/25/2015)

06/22/15

Announcement and Petition for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 6/30/2015 at 10:00am

06/22/15

Gaming Compact with New Mexico set to take effect on Monday, 6/22/2015

06/22/15

Inter-American Commission on Human Rights visits the Navajo Nation

06/19/15

Eastern Navajo Land Commission discusses Land Buy-Back Program

06/17/15

Navajo Land Department delegated to approve land withdrawal designations

06/17/15

Navajo Nation Land Withdrawal Regulations (Approved by Resources and Development Committee on 6/16/2015)

06/16/15

Officials meet to discuss closure of Crownpoint Medical Center

06/12/15

Navajo Nation leaders meet to address top priorities

06/12/15

Navajo Nation supports Congressional bill to prohibit Tohono O'odham Nation casino development in the City of Glendale

06/11/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 6/11/2015 at 1:00pm at Twin Arrows Casino and Resort

06/08/15

Budget and Finance Committee receives report on feral horse roundup

06/08/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 6/11/2015 at 1:00pm at Twin Arrows Casino and Resort

06/08/15

Navajo Nation Council applauds final approval of New Mexico Gaming Compact

06/08/15

Resolution requiring candidates to satisfy ethics violations prior to running for office becomes law

06/04/15

Grand opening of Kayenta public safety facility

06/03/15

Delegate Phelps collaborates with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to initiate flood plain management services

06/03/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives report regarding Project K'e'

05/29/15

Navajo Board of Election Supervisors approves fluency referendum ballot language

05/29/15

Budget and Finance Committee selects new chair; Alcohol tax voted down

05/28/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 5/28/2015 at 10:00am

05/27/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 5/28/2015 at 10:00am

05/21/15

Statement from Speaker LoRenzo Bates regarding misleading Gallup Independent headline

05/20/15

Council tables referendum measures citing the need for additional input and comprehensive planning

05/20/15

Navajo Nation Council approves bill requiring candidates to satisfy ethics violations before running for office

05/19/15

Delegate Damon presents infrastructure funds to chapters

05/18/15

Navajo Nation Council to consider referendum measures in Special Session on 5/19/2015

05/15/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 5/19/2015 at 10:00am

05/14/15

Budget and Finance Committee approves Gaming Net Revenue Distribution Policy for 110 Navajo Chapters

05/14/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 5/14/2015 at 10:00am

05/13/15

Speaker LoRenzo Bates welcomes President Russell Begaye and Vice President Jonathan Nez

05/12/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 5/14/2015 at 10:00am

05/06/15

Announcement memo and petition for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 5/19/2015 at 10:00am

05/05/15

Law and Order Committee recommends removal of Chief Justice Herb Yazzie

05/05/15

Russell Begaye and Jonathan Nez to take oath of office on 5/12/2015

05/04/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee approves corrective action plan for Department of Veterans Affairs - Ft. Defiance Agency

05/01/15

Resources and Development Committee receives reports regarding Antelope Point operations

04/30/15

Announcement of Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meetings on 5/14/2015 and 5/28/2015 at 10:00am

04/24/15

Naat'aji' Nahat'a' Hane' Legislative Branch News 2015 Spring Session

04/24/15

Official Legislation Voting Results for Navajo Nation Council 2015 Spring Session, April 20-22, 2015

04/23/15

Council approves funding for projects and establishes uranium remediation commission on the final day of the Spring Council Session

04/22/15

Unofficial results for 2015 Navajo Nation Presidential Election

04/20/15

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Spring Session on 04/20/2015 through 04/24/2015 at 10:00am

04/20/15

Legislative Branch Second Quater Report - FY2015

04/20/15

Speaker's Report - 2015 Spring Council Session

04/16/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Spring Session on 04/20 - 24/2015 at 10:00am

04/16/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 04/16/2015 at 1:00pm

04/15/15

Resources and Development Committee certifies the Casamero Lake Chapter's Five Management System

04/15/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 4/16/2015 at 1:00pm

04/15/15

Budget and Finance Committee approves the Healthy Dine' Nation Community Wellness Development Projects Fund

04/15/15

Law and Order Committee approves Navajo Nation owned businesses and corporations to be reclassified as Priority One businesses

04/14/15

Navajo Nation finalizes Cooperative Agreement for federal Land Buy Back Program

04/13/15

Governor Martinez signs off on New Mexico Gaming Compact

04/13/15

Navajo leaders testify at Senate Field Hearing at Crow Agency

04/10/15

Joint statement regarding court ruling concerning the Office of Surface Mining's Environmental Assessment

04/08/15

Budget and Finance Committee approves Cooperative Agreement for Federal Land Buy Back Program

04/08/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 4/9/2015 at 10:00am

04/06/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives report from Chinle Nursing Home

04/03/15

Navajo Nation Council urges President Obama to support the Bear's Ears National Conservation Area/National Monument proposal

04/03/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee reaffirms position against the legalization of marijuana

04/02/15

Statement from Speaker LoRenzo Bates regarding coal supply news article

04/01/15

Joint statement regarding Supreme Court ruling

03/31/15

Navajo Trust Fund signed into law by Utah Gov. Herbert

03/27/15

Naa'bik'iyati' Committee receives report regarding Land Buy-Back Program

03/27/15

Report by the Department of Interior to Naa'bik'iyati' Committee on the Land Buy-Back Program for Tribal Nations

03/26/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 03/26/2015 at 10:00am

03/25/15

Public Hearings Summary - $554 Million Settlement

03/25/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 3/26/2015 at 10:00am

03/24/15

Navajo Nation signs off on New Mexico Gaming Compact

03/24/15

Memo announcing Resources And Development Committee special meeting on 3/26/2015 at 1:00pm

03/20/15

Statement from Speaker Lorenzo Bates

03/20/15

Navajo Nation Council extends condolences to the family of fallen Navajo Nation Police Officer Alex Yazzie

03/20/15

Gaming Compact approved by New Mexico House of Representatives

03/19/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives report regarding the Tohajiilee Healing to Wellness Court

03/18/15

Statement from Speaker LoRenzo Bates: Let The People Decide

03/18/15

Health, Education and Human Services Committee receives update report from Dine' College

03/18/15

Budget and Finance Committee receives update on Administrative Service Centers

03/16/15

Law and Order Committee supports amending standing committee membership terms

03/16/15

Navajo Nation Council approves referendum to allow Navajo people to determine fluency issue

03/13/15

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 03/13/2015 at 10:00am

03/12/15

Navajo Nation Council to hold special session

03/12/15

Resources and Development Committee approves land withdrawal for Newcomb community cemetary

03/12/15

Gaming Compact passes New Mexico State Senate

03/10/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 03/13/2015 at 10:00am

03/10/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 03/12/2015 at 10:00am

03/1015

Law and Order Committee Approves legislation to require cadidates to satisfy ethics requirements before running for office

03/0915

Delegate Edmund Yazzie commends newly sworn in Ramah Navajo public safety officers

03/0915

Legislative Branch assists families impacted by severe weather conditions

03/0915

Council members testify in support of federal funding before the Tribal Interior Budget Council

03/06/15

Navajo Nation Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Justification Presentation to the Tribal Interior Budget Council on 3/6/2015

03/06/15

Communities begin to heal after the closure of Ole Red Barn liquor store

03/02/15

New Mexico Committee on Compacts approves Gaming Compact

02/27/15

Health Education, And Human Services Committee members testify in support of federal funding

02/25/15

Resources & Development Committee supports the creation of a Dine' Uranium Remediation Advisory Commission

02/24/15

Council Delegate Amber Crotty advocates for youth empowerment

02/23/15

Presidential election set for 04/21/2015

02/23/15

Announcement of Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 03/13/2015 at 10:00am

02/23/15

Speaker Bates appoints Arbin Mitchell as Chief of Staff

02/21/15

Statement from Speaker LoRenzo Bates regarding Supreme Court decision

02/20/15

Navajo Nation supports reinstatement of Utah Navajo Trust Fund

02/20/15

Navajo Nation recommends approval of New Mexico House and Senate bills

02/19/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 02/19/2015 at 10:00am

02/19/15

Health, Education & Human Services Committee receives report regarding Navajo Technical University

02/19/15

Law & Order Committee approves legislations concerning uranium and transportation needs

02/18/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 02/19/2015 at 10:00am

02/18/15

Resources & Development Committee certifies the Nazlini Chapter's Five Management System and confirms Resources & Development Committee shareholder representative

02/18/15

Budget & Finance Committee takes action on important items at its first meeting of 2015

02/13/15

Council Delegates advocate for the Utah Navajo Trust Fund during the Utah American Indian Caucus Day

02/13/15

Delegate Shepherd seeks establishment of Title II Reform Sub-Committee

02/11/15

Council unanimously opposes language within NAHASDA bill that would withhold over $81 million in housing funds from Navajo people

02/10/15

Navajo Nation Council confirms standing committees

02/10/15

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 02/10/2015 at 10:00am

02/10/15

Memo announcing Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 2/19/2015 at 10:00am

02/10/15

Standing Committee assignments to be considered during special session

02/09/15

Council members meet with New Mexico State leaders

02/05/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 02/10/2015 at 10:00am

02/04/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 02/04/2015 at 10:00am

02/04/15

Ole Red Barn owner receives “slap on the hand” at sentencing hearing for felony drug charges

02/03/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 02/04/2015 at 10:00am

02/02/15

Announcement for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 02/04/2015 at 10:00am

01/30/15

Council members meet with New Mexico legislators to move forward Gaming Compact

01/27/15

Council Delegate take members of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee on tour of areas affected by relocation

01/27/15

Council will remain in recess until Thursday

01/26/15

LoRenzo Bates named Speaker of the 23rd Navajo Nation Council as Delegate Alton Joe Shepherd gracefully concedes

01/26/15

Winter Council Session Monday, January 26, 2015 Navajo Nation Office of the Speaker

01/26/15

Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Winter Session on 1/26/2015 through 1/30/2015

01/26/15

Agreement reached to provide stability within the Office of the President

01/26/15

Naabík’iyáti’ Committee unanimously recommends changes to Arizona Liquor Law Statutes

01/23/15

Council to convene for Winter Session

01/22/15

Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Winter Session on 1/26/2015 through 1/30/2015 at 10:00am

01/22/15

Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 01/22/2015 at 10:00am

01/22/15

Delegates advocate for issues and funding at Arizona State Capitol

01/21/15

Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee meeting on 01/22/2015 at 10:00am

01/16/15

Naabik’iyati’ Committee Work Session Agenda for January 21, 2015

01/14/15

Kee Allen Begay, Jr. to serve as Speaker Pro Tem

01/12/15

Proposed agenda for 23rd Navajo Nation Council Special Session on 01/13/2015 at 3:00pm

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